Only At Summerlin Home / About Us / Only At Summerlin Choosing Merryhill School We know that parents have a lot of choices for their child’s education. So, why do families choose Merryhill Elementary School and stay with us until their child graduates? It’s because so many wonderful things happen at our private school, #OnlyatSummerlin. Let us tell you more! What is PRIDE? At Merryhill Summerlin Elementary, students embody the character traits of PRIDE: Prepared, Respectful, full of Integrity, Dependable, and committed to Excellence. Our nurturing environment supports students from kindergarten through 5th Grade, ensuring they are ready for success in all they do. Kids Heart Challenge The Kids Heart Challenge at our school is about moving our bodies to better our minds and hearts, literally and metaphorically. Through this event, our students get active through cardio challenges while also raising money to help children with heart defects. It is a learning experience in science, wellness, and kindness. Spirit Shirts Spirit Shirts offer our students a fun way to show their school spirit while giving back to the community. On the last Friday of every month, they proudly wear their spirit shirts instead of uniforms. Additionally, they help raise money for a chosen cause each month. Families team up with us to decide which organizations to support and how to make a positive impact. Community Outreach Community engagement knows no bounds here at Merryhill Summerlin. Our students take part in many different service projects every year. Recent projects include collecting 2000 pounds of food for the Three Square Food Bank with our sister preschool students. They have also helped homeless families and their pets through Street Dogs, and have taken part in Walk for Wishes! Field Trips Field trips at our private school combine a love for learning with growing to be curious thinkers. This connects the classroom to the community and beyond. These trips away from school are all about experiential learning and seeing all the world has to offer. It also gives our students an opportunity to be independent! Some of the great trips that our students get to take part in are learning about local Las Vegas history at the Neon Museum, the Hoover Dam, and Red Rock Canyon. Our 4th and 5th graders have visited Washington D.C., Williamsburg, and our capital Carson City. Our 2nd and 3rd grade students have visited the planetarium and Springs Preserve. Frequently Asked Questions How can parents get involved at Merryhill Summerlin? At Merryhill Summerlin, we believe strong parent partnerships help children grow, and families can get involved as much as they like. Parents and family members often visit classrooms to share their careers and cultures, join students for presentations, or cheer them on from the audience. Families can attend Merryhill Mornings and share feedback, help plan or join our family events, and connect with campus life through our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Whether you have a little time or a lot, there’s a place for you in our school community. What does a typical school day look like at Merryhill Elementary Summerlin? Each day at Merryhill Summerlin begins with Merryhill Morning, a 10-minute campus-wide meeting where students actively build confidence, resilience, and independence. Some students arrive early for extended learning and outdoor play. In the classroom, the day starts with math, then moves to language arts, science, and social studies, taught through direct instruction and hands-on, student-led learning. Regular time for play and physical activity helps students recharge and grow socially. Specialty classes include physical education, art, music, Spanish, Mandarin, and BUILD (business and technology). Students can end the day in study hall, working on homework with support from their classroom teacher. Every part of the day puts the Merryhill Method into action, preparing students for middle school and beyond. What is the average class size at Merryhill Summerlin? Class sizes at Merryhill Summerlin range from 18 to 24 students, growing gradually as students move up through the grades. This size gives teachers room to personalize instruction, encourage collaboration, and plan student-centered activities that help every child succeed. What is the Merryhill Method? The Merryhill Method is our approach to developing students who are confident, resilient, and increasingly independent. We do that by making students active participants in their learning, not simply recipients of instruction. What types of enrichment and club opportunities are available at Merryhill Elementary School in Summerlin? Every student at Merryhill Elementary School in Summerlin participates in a rich slate of specialty classes, including physical education, art, technology, Spanish, and music. Beyond the academic day, students can explore their interests through a variety of clubs including STEM, cooking, athletics, art, and more. These opportunities are designed to help every child discover what lights them up and develop the confidence to pursue it.
